TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
I'm 13 turning 14 on March... I known that I've been gay since i was little.... i went out with some girls to hide who I really am.. I've told one of my cousin and a friend that i'm gay. It felt really good to let it out.. but i'm afraid to tell my parents who I am. I know my mom would take it a little hard not too hard and my step-dad won't even care. I trust my mom a lot and I love her. I think she knows i'm gay since one day she told me that It's ok not to like girls. I felt glad, but i didn't have the guts to tell her.. i'm afraid to call the gay youth center thinking that my parents might find out or to tell me friends at school.I don't hang out with boys it's always with girls. Please help.Thank you.

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey. It sounds like your feeling really anxious right now, and that your going through a tough time. It is totally normal to feel anxious about coming out. I'm sorry you have to hide who you really are. But it is very positive that you have an accepting home environment. Its fine that you prefer to hang out with girls as well, and you don't have to tell anyone you don't want to about your sexual orientation. The gay youth center that you mentioned could probably be very helpful in discussing ways to feel more comfortable with your sexuality and sharing it with others, and you could call from your friends house whom you came out to. You could also try talking to a school counselor. If you just want to talk to someone anonymous and confidential, you can call or chat with us on our hotline any night from 6 to 10 PST at 1-310-855-HOPE.

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
I am struggling with homosexuality and I don't want to be gay because I want to obey God. I believe in God and I want to follow whats in the bible. I've been gay since Sept. 2008. Till this day I am still struggling with it. Because of all this struggle I've gone through stress, depression, I've felt alone and helpless. I've even cut my arm a couple of times. I don't want to hurt myself because I don't want to be gay, I just don't know how to handle this situation. What should I do?

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey, Thanks for emailing us. This sounds like you are in a very difficult situation and it sounds like you are feeling very alone. During puberty, it can be a very confusing time. And it sounds like you are having a confusing time with your sexuality. I understand this conflict with your religion and your sexuality. Have you talked to anyone about this? A close friend, a family member, or even a member of the church? I am worried about you when you say that you have cut yourself. There are other ways to deal with your feelings like journaling, doing something you enjoy, or even exercising. It also may help to talk to a school counselor about what your going through. You can call us at TEEN LINE (310)855 4673, we are happy to talk to you. We are open from 6-10pm PST.

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
ok...i dont know why but i keep having these dreams about guys and i dont why. i have never been bothered by gay people or anything like that but i never thought i was...until recently. i also start thinking about what it would be like if i were with a guy, but i have a girlfriend who i really like so im really confused. help?

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey, thanks for contacting TEEN LINE. It sounds like you are really confused about these dreams you are having and are questioning your sexual orientation. Have you tried talking to a close friend or a family member about how you are feeling? If you would like to speak to people who may be going through similar things you can call the Trevor Line. It is a hot line for gay, lesbian, bi, and/or transgender teens. Their number is (800)850-8078. Also please call us at (310)855-4673. We are open from 6pm-10pm PST.

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
I'm a Christian and I'm having trouble with my sexual orientation, I don't know what to do or how to deal with it. I'm just looking for help or advice.

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Thanks for emailing TEEN LINE. As a teen it is normal to want to experiment. However, it seems that you are uncomfortable with your sexual orientation and your religion. Have you tried talking to a close friend, family member, or therapist about your feelings? Do you think that they would understand your confusion? You can also call the Trevor Line, which is a hot line for gay, lesbian, bi, and/or transgender teens. Their number is (800)850-8078. Also please feel free to chat online with TEEN LINE or call us at (310)855-4673 and we are open from 6pm-10pm PST.

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TEEN QUESTION/PROBLEM:
I need to talk to someone about bisexuality. Who can I go to?

TEEN LINE WROTE:
Hey, thanks for e-mailing TEEN LINE, it sounds like you're really confused and need to talk to someone about what you're going through. You can always call us from 6 to 10 pm pacific standard time, our number is 1 800 852 8336. You can also call the Gay and Lesbian Youth Talkline, their number is 1866 488 7386, and they're open from monday to friday from 8am to 4:30pm, as well as visit their website which is www.lagaycenter.org. Also, Do you have any trusted friends or family members you could talk to? or a school counselor? It could be helpful to talk to someone who knows you and knows what you're going through.
I really hope you call one of these numbers.

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